[It Worked!] Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE ECU swap - need to pair new keys?

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Electric
Member since August 2021 • 11 posts

Looking for my Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (5)

Ultraviolet
Member • 29 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 26 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 40 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE key code too.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 16 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE. This is a lifesaver.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 35 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE key code too.

February 17, 2025 Reply

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